The United States on Wednesday doubled tariffs on steel and aluminum to 50% as it continued intense negotiations with Japan, which is hoping to reach a trade deal within a couple of weeks.
The higher rates imposed Wednesday will support American industry, U.S. President Donald Trump said at a rally at United States Steel’s plant in West Mifflin, Pennsylvania last week.
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